Understanding the criminal justice system: The Crown Prosecution Service and defence lawyers

28th January 2025Dr Carina O'Reilly - Academic Editor, Policing Insight

In the third article in a new series of The Police Student, Policing Insight Academic Editor Dr Carina O'Reilly explores the role of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and defence lawyers, including the relationship between the police and CPS, how charging decision are made, and operational challenges faced by the Service.

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Understanding the criminal justice system: The Crown Prosecution Service and defence lawyers

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